Press Release
Project Monarca Day Boat by Onur Kiren Is Granted the Silver A' Design Award in Yacht and Marine Vessels Design
Onur Kiren acknowledged for yacht and marine vessels design by the international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 15, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ Project Monarca Day Boat by Onur Kiren has been granted the Silver A' Design Award in the Yacht and Marine Vessels Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The award was conferred within the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The Silver A' Design Award Explained
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
About Project Monarca Day Boat
Project Monarca is a 13 meter day boat with a sculptural hull and fluid, organic lines inspired by the movement of water. Continuous surfaces create a distinctive identity and support hydrodynamic efficiency. Compared with typical boats of this size, Project Monarca adds optional living and relaxation areas. Opening side terraces at the aft enlarge the deck space and strengthen the connection with the sea. The hull and superstructure are made of glass reinforced plastic with a foam core, produced by vacuum infusion in female molds.
About Onur Kiren
I am a young yacht designer driven by a passion for crafting innovative and timeless vessels that blend aesthetics with functionality. My journey in yacht design has been marked by a commitment to pushing boundaries, exploring new materials, and embracing sustainable practices. I aim to redefine the standards of luxury and comfort on the water, creating unique experiences for those who seek more than just a voyage. Through my work, I strive to contribute to a more sustainable marine industry and inspire a new generation of designers who see yachts not just as objects of luxury, but as symbols of innovation, art, and harmony with nature.
Award Record
This recognition makes Onur Kiren a winner of 2 A' Design Awards. The awards were granted between the 2024 - 2025 and the 2025 - 2026 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Yacht and Marine Vessels Design Award
The A' Yacht Design Award is an international yacht design competition recognizing good yacht designs by leading yacht designers and manufacturers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to yacht designers, naval engineers, marine vessel producers and yacht manufacturers from all countries. Typical entries include sailboats, motor yachts, catamarans, trimarans, superyachts and explorer yachts. The awarded yacht designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/yacht
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/182841
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/182841
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!182841
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/357850
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://linkedin.com/in/onur-kiren-726b70133/
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Project Monarca Day Boat
- Function
- Day Boat
- Category
- Yacht and Marine Vessels Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Automotive and Luxury
- Colors
- Dark Slate Gray, Light Slate Gray, Dark Gray, Silver and Dim Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Onur Kiren
- Country
- Turkiye
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2025 - 2026
- Design ID
- #182841
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This 13-meter day boat is distinguished by its sculptural hull and fluid, organic lines inspired by water movement. Continuous surfaces establish a strong visual identity while supporting hydrodynamic efficiency. Compared with typical boats in this size range, the design introduces optional living and relaxation areas. Opening side terraces at the aft enlarge the deck space and strengthen the connection with the sea. Premium materials and balanced color proportions enhance a refined luxury atmosphere.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the concept of a sovereign presence at sea, this 13-meter day boat expresses authority, elegance, and controlled power on the water. Its sculptural hull subtly echoes the noble eye contour of a ruler, symbolizing vision and awareness. Flowing lines follow the rhythm of waves, while the overall form conveys confidence and command. The design presents a contemporary interpretation of maritime strength and refined leadership.
- Research
- Design research explores how organic hull geometry can enhance both aesthetics and usability in a 13-meter day boat. The process combined sketch development, digital surface modeling, and spatial layout studies. Information was gathered through CAD simulations, precedent analysis, and ergonomic evaluations. Concepts were reviewed by designers and experienced boat users. Findings indicated improved deck usability and stronger visual identity, highlighting the relevance of organic forms in contemporary day-boat design and luxury perception.
- Challenge
- The primary challenge was establishing a distinctive and recognizable identity within the compact dimensions of a 13-meter day boat while maintaining technical feasibility. The organic hull geometry demanded careful control of surface continuity and proportion. Balancing sculptural expression with hydrodynamic efficiency and practical deck functionality was essential. Integrating opening side terraces and adaptable living spaces without compromising structural integrity became a central focus of the design development.
- Realization and Technology
- The boat is designed for GRP production using female mold construction. The hull and superstructure are manufactured via vacuum infusion with E-glass reinforced laminates and foam core to ensure strength and weight efficiency. CNC-milled plugs provide precise surface geometry. Interior modules use lightweight marine panels with premium finishes, supporting durability, quality, and efficient production.
- Operation and Interaction
- This 13-meter motor yacht is conceived for efficient cruising and straightforward maneuverability. Powered by an inboard engine, it delivers reliable performance together with smooth and predictable handling. The balanced hull geometry supports stability and onboard comfort, while the compact arrangement enables practical operation by small crews or private owners.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in Istanbul, Turkey in April 2025
- Specifications
- Loa:13m, Beam:4.2m, T:0.95m, Light Displacement:13t, Fuel Tank: 2X500L, Cabines: 2, Berth: 5, CE Category: B10-C12, Propulsion: 2x Volvo Penta D6-380, Vmax: 37knot, Vcruise: 24knot, Max Passanger: 12
- Keywords
- boat, dayboat , yacht ,yachtdesign, boatdesign, luxuryboat, yachtdesigner, dailyboat
